My Pet Sugar Glider ???

Kampar UTAR is said be a boring place to people but T-back Marcus-nator said it is fun while Chun Hoong called the place hell.

So I thought I would need some kind of companion there. Kev said I should find a girl friend instead but I have other ideas. I'll have a pet ! Previously I had hamsters but now I'm thinking about Sugar Gliders!

I did some brief research on the net and found out a few facts about these animals of Australia/Indonesian origin.

The size is slightly bigger than a hamster but it has a much longer tail. It has the cute looks that everybody will adore. But unlike hamsters who has lived with humans for many generations, the pet Sugar Gliders' ancestors live in the wild. Which means they not very used to living with humans yet. Some say.

Preparing for food takes a bit of time and effort. The owner must also know what to and what not to feed their little pets. This might be troublesome to some.

It bonds well with its owner. It is very playful in an adorable way and loves to climb on the owner's shirt.

But then there is a problem. These little creatures are very attention needy. Beast Master Pei Hong said it is recommended that you breed two so that it has the company and attention it needs. Like in the wild, they live in groups. Some web site also says that boredom and loneliness can cause these cute little animals to die.

While most hamsters live for about 1 1/2 year to 2, sugar gliders can live up to 15 years. Which is almost as long as a dog but it doesn't guard the house like a dog.

There is however one thing sugar gliders and hamsters have in common. They are both active at night but sugar gliders can make louder noise.

But one thing makes a sugar guider stand out from the rest of the home pets. These little creatures, can actually glide or fly downwards without getting themselves hurt !

But even here this could be a problem. Because if it can jump off from somewhere to you, I fear it might jump into another animal's mouth.
I haven't tried breeding a sugar glider yet. But I know it bonds well with its owner but could be a difficult to handle.

If you have some information about these cute little animals to share, please send an email to Thank you

Kampar Road Trip

Having thought about going to Kampar for some time, finally this time it happened. Much thanks to Kev for offering a ride, I had the chance to see what's what.The surroundings, the food, the lake, the campus and the random accident spot.

So here is what I found out.

Distance from home
It is quite far away. Over 140km from the nearest Juru toll to Gopeng exit. It took us about 2 hours to get there.

Without any music one might fall asleep on the wheel.

So you might as well drive fast and try stay awake.


Light after darkness in the tunnel

Surrounding Houses

There are quite a lot of houses there. From single story to 3 storey houses. There is still some distance from the nearest house to the campus.Although the scenery on the way can be rather enjoyable to watch but...

I bet those going to classes won't enjoy their ride much under the extremely warm weather.

The Campus
In terms of size, it is HUGE. The biggest Private University maybe. But that is what I have expected to see. Big campus, lots of students. What I didn't expect though, was this.


Should I call it bicycle town?

Unfortunately I didn't have any wide lens with me or else I could have shown you a better picture of UTAR's very own, CHINA.

The food
Had only one meal there somewhere near that Island Red cafe. I had economy rice, the price,the taste is acceptable.

The entertainment
Nothing much really. So I'll start off with what is lacking in Kampar

• NO CINEMA. Nearest one is in Ipoh.
  
• NO FUTSAL COURT. A proper one.
  
• NO CLUB. The nearest place to find one is in Ipoh.
  
• NO BIG HYPERMARKETS.Like Gurney Plaza,QB, Megamall or Mid Valley. None.
  
• NO BEACH. No seaside barbecue. No new year's count down on the beach.
  

But luckily, it is still some places to hang out with friends
Cyber Cafes, mamak shop,Tesco and there is Ipoh if you don't mind travelling.

Entertainment wise Kampar is no match for Penang.

Friends
I do know a few people studying here. So I shouldn't feel too lonely at my 1st few weeks there.And I'm sorry that I didn't call any of them out because it was a quick in-and-out,straight to the point visit.

Course Duration
The duration depends on how I arrange the number of subjects according the the minimum/maximum credit hour.

The number of papers exempted on the other hand, depends on the lecturer and the FUCKculty. Yes. I was told its called the FUCKculty.

Conclusion
UTAR Kampar seems to be a decent place to study. Quiet, less distraction, peaceful. Which is good because that is the main purpose of going there. BUT...

The lack of entertainment could be a problem to some. Unlike in PG or KL,Kampar is a peaceful and quiet place to be.

The campus doesn't have enough parking lot and to make things worse, instead of first come first serve they'll have a lucky draw instead for the parking stickers.

If all goes well in my September exam, most probably I will be there in January.

Penang Trip Blues

Went over to Penang this morning to collect a bill and meet up with my ex housemates.

The weather was a little bit cold but very hazy. Not much people at the jetty,which means no long waits for the ferry.

I also had the chance to see a helicopter carrier which I heard, is British.It has 4 helicopters on the deck arranged in line.

I arrived at the college, everything looks pretty much the same.

Took the bill, inquired about the exam,etc. It was all fine until I came cross this.

A few bag of chimers. Or graduation robes. And it says...
knn. *tulan*

While some of my friends are looking forward to their big day sadly I can't even think about it. zzz

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